ODB: Finding Joy in Praise
April 10, 2021
READ: Habakkuk 3:6, 16–19
Yet I will rejoice in the
The prophet Habakkuk arrived at this conclusion centuries earlier. After complaining to God about evils aimed at the people of Judah, Habakkuk came to see that praising Him leads to joy—not in what God does, but in who He is. Thus, even in a national or world crisis, God is still great. As the prophet declared:
“Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the
As C. S. Lewis realized, “The whole world rings with praise.” Habakkuk, likewise, surrendered to praising God always, finding rich joy in the One who “marches on forever” (v. 6).
— Patricia Raybon
When you praise God, what’s the impact on your spirit? Reflecting on God’s goodness, name three things you can praise Him for today.
Loving God, even during hard times, stir in my heart—and on my lips—the rich spirit of joyful praise to You. To learn more about the book of Habakkuk, visit ChristianUniversity.or
Source: Our Daily Bread